TX Biology EOC Test Sample

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Standard: 2G
1 pt

6.

Land usage issues are at the forefront of many environmental concerns. The United States uses land in many different ways. Which type of graph below should be used to most clearly show the percentage of land used in the United States?

A

B

C

D

Standard: 4B
1 pt

16.

The Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas) lives in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This squid uses its chromatophores (special skin cells) to quickly change colors and sometimes produce light. How do you suppose the squid obtains the energy needed to produce light?

A

by breaking down light waves to make glucose

B

by reflecting stored sunlight using a small shiny surface

C

by breaking down glucose into ATP and ADP

D

by burning fossil fuels in a way similar to humans

Standard: 12C
1 pt

25.

Which of the following describes the correct energy flow in an ecosystem?

A

Energy flows from heterotrophs to autotrophs to decomposers.

B

Energy flows from decomposer to consumers to producers.

C

Energy flows from producers to consumers to decomposers.

D

Energy flows from producers to decomposers to consumers.

Standard: 12A
1 pt

31.

A chameleon changes color to match its environment. This action promotes the survival of the reptile by —

A

hiding the reptile from potential predators.

B

informing the other chameleons that it is time to mate.

C

allowing the chameleon to find more food.

D

informing other chameleons that there is danger nearby.

Standard: 6H
1 pt

34.

Which of the following is a possible negative outcome of genetic modification (GM) of plant crops?

A

Foods produced from GM plantscontain more nutrients reducing world hunger.